Core Viewpoint - The container shipping volume from China to the U.S. is decreasing significantly due to the impact of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, with expectations of further declines as trade tensions escalate [2][7]. Group 1: Container Shipping Volume Trends - In March, container shipping volume from China to the U.S. decreased by 10% compared to the previous month, with a reported 11% decline according to Descartes Data [2][5]. - The shipping volume from China is expected to continue to decline, with a 64% drop in bookings reported in the first week of April compared to the last week of March [7]. - The U.S. retail federation (NRF) predicts that container import volumes will fall below 2024 levels after May, with a projected 20.5% decrease compared to the previous year [7]. Group 2: Impact of Tariffs - The tariff rate on goods from China has been raised to 145%, leading to a sharp increase in order cancellations for shipments from China [7][8]. - The U.S. government has implemented a 10% tariff on all imports from China, which was further increased in March, contributing to a slowdown in shipping activity [5][7]. - There is a growing expectation that the overall cargo transport will significantly slow down due to the ongoing U.S.-China trade war, as China accounts for over 50% of container shipments to the U.S. [8].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company generated adjusted net income of approximately $82 million in Q4 2024 [3] - Total liquidity stands at around $940 million after repaying a fixed-rate bond of $100 million and redeeming Series EBITDA stock of $115 million [3][9] - Annual net income was above $290 million, with adjusted net income around $330 million [5][6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the container ship sector, the company charted 12 containerships with an average time charter duration of about 2.5 years, resulting in estimated contracted revenues of close to $330 million [4][6] - The contingency fleet employment stands at 96% for 2025 and 69% for 2026, with total contracted revenues amounting to $2.4 billion and a remaining time charter duration of about 3.4 years [4][6] - Charter rates in the dry bulk market dropped to their lowest levels in 2024 during the last quarter, continuing into 2025 [4][11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The idle fleet remains low at around 0.6%, while the order book starts at approximately 11% of the total fleet [10][11] - The easing of congestion and pressures in the China steel market have resulted in tonnage oversupply in the dry bulk sector [4] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to renew its owned fleet and increase its average size, having acquired one Capesize and two Ultramax vessels while disposing of one Handysize and agreeing to sell one Panamax vessel [4][5] - The company views vessel owning and trading as complementary activities and maintains a long-term commitment to the sector [5] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the current dry bulk market is weak, with expectations for a better market in the future based on the forward curve [14][15] - The company plans to maintain a balanced book in its CBI operations, taking long or short positions based on market conditions [16][20] Other Important Information - The company has secured financing of approximately $340 million for 36 of the 38 dry bulk vessels it currently owns, improving funding costs and extending maturities [8] - The Neptune maritime leasing platform continues to grow, with total investments and commitments exceeding $500 million [5][9] Q&A Session Summary Question: Contribution from CBI in Q4 and future profit expectations - Management indicated that the contribution from CBI would be detailed in upcoming segmental reporting, and the dry bulk market's current softness may affect future contributions [13][17][18] Question: Chartering discussions on container ships and effects on rates - Management stated that discussions for the 12 chartering agreements occurred before recent announcements, and currently, there is no pressure on charter rates [23][24][25] Question: Pipeline and future investments in Neptune maritime leasing - Management confirmed a healthy pipeline for Neptune, with future investments dependent on the leverage received and the attractiveness of potential transactions [26][28]